Banking and finance

Dentons

Dentons‘ Bucharest office is home to a banking and finance team that receives plaudits for its ’unwavering commitment to excellence and client success‘. The practice is well versed in handling a range of cross-border banking and finance matters. Green and sustainable financing is a growing area of instruction, and project, acquisition and leveraged buyout finance are key areas of expertise for the team. Simona Marin heads the practice, and has been kept busy advising banks and financial institutions on cross-border transactions. The ’very professional and organised‘ Oana Ionascu is a key contact, and Stefi Ionescu and Sandra Constantin are names to note. UK-qualified lawyer Simon Dayes is active in international cases.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Dentons puts together a team of professionals with sound experience and knowledge, being same time capable of moving fast and in a pro-business manner.’
'Oana Ionascu is hard working, very professional and organised. She can efficiently coordinate large transactions, with dedication and attention to detail. She delivers with quality and speed.'
'Simona Marin participated in negotiations and got involved in the more sensitive aspects of the transaction. Simona is a reliable adviser, watching for the client's interest but with a pro-active and business approach.’
‘This highly specialized team with extensive industry knowledge in particular within the real estate finance sector is a guarantor for bringing deals across the line swiftly. Lawyers qualified in England and Wales as well as in Romania work together seamlessly to find flawless solutions across different law governed finance documents. From our experience, unmatched in finance transaction in Romania. If you are looking for finance transaction lawyers in Romania, look no further!’
‘Sandra Constantin and Simona Marin: Extremely responsive with a high degree of efficiency, client-centric approach, not only pointing to potential issues but designing solutions.’
‘The banking and finance practice at Dentons Bucharest distinguishes itself through its unwavering commitment to excellence and client success. The team offers a comprehensive understanding of applicable regulations and market dynamics in Romania and the entire CEE/SEE region. They possess a deep knowledge of international finance transactions and excel in particular in real estate finance transactions. Their meticulous approach ensures clients' financing needs are met.’
‘The team places clients at the forefront of their practice. Sandra Constantin exhibits an unmatched proficiency in finance matters, offering clients expert guidance in complex transactions matters. Her ability to craft innovative solutions tailored to clients' needs sets her apart, providing clients with a distinct competitive edge.'
'Simona Marin's finance law expertise is unparalleled, exemplified by her profound knowledge of intricate financial regulations and the complexities of high-stakes transactions. She consistently displays strategic prowess, creatively identifying solutions that consistently secure advantageous outcomes for clients facing intricate financial challenges.'

Key clients

Erste Bank
Raiffeisen Bank
NEPI Rockcastle
Kommunalkredit
Banca Transilvania
ING Bank
BRD-Groupe Société Générale
Alpha Bank Romania / Alpha Bank S.A. (Greece)
UniCredit Bank S.A. / UniCredit S.p.A.
BIG CEE
Black Sea Trade and Development Bank (BSTDB)
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
Penta Investments / Dr. Max Group

Work highlights

Advised a syndicate of lenders on a €450m secured credit facility to AFI Europe for refinancing its Romanian shopping centre portfolio.
Advised NEPI Rockcastle on a secured real estate financing of €200m made available by Erste Group Bank AG and Raiffeisen Bank SA.
Advised a consortium of seven international banks on a €155m financing for Serbia’s MK Group and Slovenia’s ALFI Green Energy Fund.